Interview Day

Welcome!

We are so happy you will be participating in Interview Day at the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine on Monday, February 19, 2018.

There will be a full day of opportunities to see the Veterinary Medicine campus and to talk with current students in the DVM program! We know this is a very important event in your life and we want to make it as rich as possible.

Preparing for Your Visit

Interview day schedule

College of Veterinary Medicine Class of 2022 Monday, February 19, 2018

(Will be revised with new information soon)

8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Interviews

7:30 – 9:00 am

Registration begins at the front door of the Veterinary Medicine Basic Sciences Building, 2001 South Lincoln Avenue, Urbana. You will receive a packet of information upon registering. Light Continental Breakfast in Atrium. Einstein Bagels will be open until 3:00 p.m.

9:00 am – 4 pm

Registration will move to the Office of Academic and Student Affairs in room 2271G.

11:00 am – noon

Information Session in Large Animal Clinic (LAC) 100 with Dr. Jonathan H. Foreman, Associate Dean for Academic and Student Affairs. This session is identical to the Information Session held at 2 p.m.

11:30 am – 1:00 pm

Tours of the Veterinary Medicine campus leaving from Atrium. Tours last approximately 30 minutes. Student Q & A Booth in Atrium with current students who will be happy to answer questions.

2:00 – 3:00 pm

Information Session in Large Animal Clinic (LAC) 100 with Dr. Jonathan H. Foreman, Associate Dean for Academic and Student Affairs. This session is identical to the Information Session held at 11 a.m.

** Airport Shuttle Service Provided Be sure to reserve your hotel rooms by January 8 to lock-in the quoted rates above.

Airport Information/Directions

Willard Airport is located in Savoy, Ill. which is about 10 minutes from the College of Veterinary Medicine. If arriving in Savoy, go north on Route 45 to Windsor Road, turn right proceed to Lincoln Avenue south. Turn Left onto Lincoln Avenue and our campus is located at 2001 South Lincoln Avenue, Urbana, Ill., on your left.

Bloomington-Normal Airport is located in Bloomington, Ill. which is about 60 minutes from the College of Veterinary Medicine. If driving from Bloomington, take I-74 E to Lincoln Avenue exit. Head south on Lincoln Avenue to our campus which is located at 2001 South Lincoln Avenue on your right.

Indianapolis Airport is located in Indianapolis, IN which is located about 2 hours east of the College of Veterinary Medicine. If driving from Indianapolis, take I-74 West to Lincoln Street south. Head south on Lincoln Avenue to our campus which is located at 2001 South Lincoln Avenue on your right.

Location and Maps

View a map of the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine and get directions to the college on our Contact and Location page.

What to Wear

According to Kim Zoller at Image Dynamics, 55% of another person’s perception of you is based on how you look. We have edited her employment interview dress ideas to give you some suggestions to consider as you prepare for your Interview at the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine.

Many people are sensitive to perfumes/scents … carefully consider your use of them, i.e., perfume

Neatly trimmed nails

Men

Solid color, conservative suit or sports jacket OR

Neat dressier pants, i.e. khakis and

Neat shirt, sweater

Tie

Professional shoes

Limited jewelry

Groomed hair

Many people are sensitive to scents … carefully consider your use of them, i.e., aftershave, etc.

Neatly trimmed nails

What to Expect

The interview is used to discover whether an applicant for admission exhibits behavioral factors that may predict future success as a veterinarian.

The written applications provide material for assessing many factors that might predict success, and the interview is used to assess the following factors that are likely predictors of competencies related to a successful veterinary career.

Interpersonal Skills

Builds relationships

Establishes a connection with others by demonstrating interest in their concerns, seeking their input, and valuing their perspectives